We envision a Pikes Peak community that is a vibrant democracy

in which equal rights are protected,

individual freedoms are secure, differences are respected,

and people fully participate in civic and community life.

Stories matter.

The following story tells one woman's journey as a result of rape and why reproductive rights and abortion care matter.

Citizens Project is grateful for her bravery in sharing this story.

edited only to ensure privacy has been protected

**warning - graphic content may be triggering to some**

When I was 15 this monster violently raped me. 

When he finished he stood up, asked if he could use my bathroom and when I replied "NO GTFO OF MY HOUSE!!!" He calmly said "Bi*** calm down, I didn't even nut inside of you" and casually strolled out the front door. 

I immediately called my friend (because she'd seen him and could help be a witness) and she called My Mama at work while I called the police on my phone line. When they arrived they were able to leave and catch him walking up the street. The paramedics began instructing me that I couldn't shower, use the restroom or take off the clothes (my torn work uniform) I was wearing until we got to the hospital and started the rape kit...CONTINUE READING HERE

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additional resources (all linked)

• Support Companies that Pay for Abortion Care

(article linked)

Consider pressuring companies to publicly denounce laws and actively fund candidates who believe in reproductive rights.

*image credit abortion front

*Image Credit Planned Parenthood

• Trying to Avoid Burnout - a Colorado abortion clinic braces for even more patients

• The Supreme Court Overturned Roe V. Wade:

These Documentaries Show How We Got Here

Family Law Day

Volunteer Opportunites Available

“Acting on your own behalf in a family law case can be complicated both intellectually and emotionally. The more informed a pro se litigant is about the process and the law, the better position he or she will be in to present their case effectively to a judge, or to participate in mediation to resolve issues in the best interest of their children and family. Family Law Day is available to provide information and support to community members who are interested in learning more about family law procedure, law, and available resources. We are happy to offer this program to those in the community who may be experiencing a difficult time in their lives, to those offering support to those experiencing a difficult time, and to anyone who is interested in learning more about family law cases in the 4th Judicial District.”

— District Court Judge Catherine D. Mitchell Helton

Engaging our YOUTH 

Youth Activist Training 2022



Do you know a young person who would LOVE some youth activist training? 

Registration is open for Pikes Peak Justice & Commission Youth Activist Training 2022.

Open to all youth 13-16 to encourage advocacy skills for justice and peace. 

When you partner with Citizens Project, you affect change in our community and ensure a lasting impact. As we all know, the work of civic engagement is needed now more than ever.

As we move forward in Citizens Project's 30th year, your support is appreciated and never taken for granted.

Thank you for caring; thank you for supporting and thank you for investing into Citizens Project and continuing the legacy of bold and fearless work of advocacy in the Pikes Peak Region!

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